Air Canada launches puzzle contest for new summer destinations
MONTRÉAL, September 1, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE), Air Canada has launched an exciting new challenge for travel enthusiasts and puzzle enthusiasts alike. As part of the unveiling of significant network expansion plans for the 2027 summer season, the airline has posted a cryptic teaser video online, filled with hidden clues that will guide viewers in guessing its upcoming destinations.
Starting today, Air Canada is giving its loyal customers a head start by embedding these clues within the video. The airline is encouraging fans to decipher the mystery and make their guesses by September 3, 2026. The first to correctly identify the new destinations will be entered into a contest to win a pair of round-trip tickets to any of Air Canada’s destinations.
"The countdown has begun," said Air Canada spokesperson. "We're thrilled to offer our community a unique opportunity to engage with us and perhaps win a once-in-a-lifetime trip."
The contest rules stipulate that entries must be received by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on September 4, 2026. Winners will be notified shortly thereafter, and the airline will announce the successful guessers on its official social media channels.
Air Canada is the largest airline in Canada, serving as the national carrier and a founding member of the Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline network. With a vast network, Air Canada operates more than 180 non-stop routes to destinations in North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, as well as to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The airline’s headquarters are in Montréal and it holds a four-star rating from Skytrax. Its loyalty program, Aéroplan, boasts over 10 million members globally and offers the broadest network of airline partners, encompassing more than 50 carriers.
Air Canada Cargo, the freight division of Air Canada, offers the capacity and connectivity to serve hundreds of destinations across six continents via passenger and cargo flights. The airline is committed to reducing its carbon footprint, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
"Excitement is in the air as we gear up for an exhilarating summer," said Air Canada’s Chief Marketing Officer. "We look forward to sharing our plans and hearing from our community."
The full contest rules can be found on Air Canada’s website. Visitors are encouraged to sign up for Air Canada’s latest news and updates at aircanada.com.
Air Canada’s stock trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol AC.